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Ky excused himself, saying he'd be right back. True to his word, he returned shortly, lugging a large monitor and a desktop PC. "Here, I'll set this up for you. I don't use it," he announced, beginning to set up the PC on the desk.Meanwhile, Cassy and I began browsing curtains and other decorations on her phone. I felt a bit overwhelmed. "I don't know, you just pick something, Cassy. I've never got to pick stuff like this; I don't know what's best," I admitted, my lack of experience in such matters making me hesitant.Cassy looked at me, her smile encouraging. "This is for you, Sky. What do you like? That's all that matters. If you see something you like, that's what we'll get," she assured me. I felt grateful for her support, emphasizing that my preferences were paramount in this decision.As we continued to scroll, I saw a set of perfect dark navy blue satin curtains. "Oh, I like that," I said, pointing them out.Cassy considered my choice. "Hmm, they are darker... OH, do you want
Last Updated : 2024-03-05Midnight On The Bayou 84
In the shower, with water cascading around us, Ky seemed captivated by the mark he'd placed on me. He treated it with a reverence that bordered on sacred, his touch gentle yet filled with intent.Finally, I had to ask, curiosity getting the better of me. "Why? That feels amazing, but why are you so focused on it?"Ky, caught in the act, gave me a sheepish smile. "Do you really want to know?" he asked, a hint of vulnerability in his voice."Of course," I responded, eager for his explanation."It feels... amazing. And well, my last mark didn't do any of this," he confessed, the admission bringing a softness to his eyes.I smiled at his honesty. "It's funny how much more something is when it's driven by fate," I mused, finding a deeper appreciation for the bond fate had spun between us.Ky's smile grew mischievous. "Let's tease them a little... lick mine," he proposed with a playful challenge in his eyes."Ky... not funny," I protested, though a part of me was tempted by the playful rebe
Last Updated : 2024-03-06Midnight On The Bayou 85
Ky glanced at me, unease immediately clouding his eyes. Without hesitation, I affirmed, "Yes, Kael, we did. What's troubling you?" Kael sighed heavily. "You don't need to make this any harder on me, you know." Apologies tumbled out of me. "I'm sorry, I... lingered too much on his mark. I'll be more mindful." Ky, his frustration evident, countered, "You know, I sensed it too while on patrol. You two were here doing the same things, and I kept cool. Pull yourself together, Kael." With that, Ky exited, the door's slam echoing his departure.Sitting beside Kael, I tried to reassure, "He's got a point." Kael's response was a desperate growl. "I know... It's just that... those sensations, given my dislike for them, spark fear of a seizure. That's why I stayed here once Knox left. At least if something happened, you'd eventually find me." I settled next to Kael, wrapping my arms around him. "I'm sorry, I didn't think about that." "It's different when I'm there and know what to expect.
Last Updated : 2024-03-06Midnight On The Bayou 86
As I reentered the living room, the sight before me stole my breath away. Towering over a young boy, who was barely fifteen, stood Kael, his boot ominously hovering over the boy's chest. The room was a mix of authority and youthful defiance locked in a silent battle. Kael's eyes found mine, a silent acknowledgment of my arrival. "Good, Sky. Maybe your presence can coax the truth from him before we resort to more drastic measures," he growled. Moving closer, I noticed Knox's heavy breathing, a storm of emotions barely contained bouncing in his eyes. I touched his arm and whispered, "Let him up." The boy's response was swift and defiant, nearly knocking me over. This earned an intense rebuke from Knox as he caught his shoulder. "Act that way in front of your Luna again, and you'll regret it, boy!" As the boy settled down, I crouched to his level, taking his hand in mine and offering a silent plea for honesty. "Tell me what you know," I urged. His response was a mix of teenage aw
Last Updated : 2024-03-07Midnight On The Bayou 87
Walking back to the master suite, I found the triplets consumed in their own storms. Kael was pacing, regret lacing his steps as he regretted his hastiness in front of the others. "I shouldn't have jumped to conclusions like that," he muttered, his frustration at himself evident in every stride. Ky, equally troubled, voiced his concern over the lack of vigilance within our ranks. "Someone should have noticed Cassy taking the truck," he said, echoing the sentiment that our collective attention might have faltered. Knox was lost in thought, his eyes fixed on the ground, a silent storm brewing in his mind. Their fears spiraled into a vortex of dreadful scenarios, each painting a darker picture than the last. Knox finally broke the cycle, his voice carrying the consequence of a harsh resolution. "It all comes back to Burk Foster. He's still out there, and he could have taken her or worse." The mention of that name sent a chill down my spine, reviving old fears and unresolved tensions. I
Last Updated : 2024-03-08Midnight On The Bayou 88
Kael's decision to lead the late patrol, with Ky joining under the guise of needing to burn off some energy, was a source of quiet relief. Ky's silence on the reason for his restlessness—a reaction to the revelation about Cassy's personal life—was a testament to his growth. Unlike his past, marred by constraints and judgments, he now chose a path of understanding for Cassy. This choice, though heavy, held a silent promise of a different, more supportive approach, marking a significant emotional transformation in him. Knox's weariness was noticeable, a tangible sign of the day's toll on him. While tempting, his suggestion of a shared shower met my gentle refusal. "I've already showered enough today... Just make it quick, and I'll be here waiting," I told him, craving the comfort of his presence more than the warm cascade of water. I settled into Knox's bed, surrounded by the familiar and comforting scent that clung to the sheets. In these moments, waiting for him, I felt a profound g
Last Updated : 2024-03-10Midnight On The Bayou 89
Waking up in the middle of the night to find the bed more crowded than I remembered was becoming a familiar, yet still amusing, situation. I couldn't tell which of the triplets had joined us in the dim light, but the warmth of another body curled up beside me made me chuckle silently. The thought that I might never share a bed with just one of them for any significant amount of time crossed my mind. Their need for proximity, despite their protests, was evident in the tangle of blankets and pillows that had become our nest. It highlighted their instinctual pull towards each other for comfort.Slipping out of bed, I wandered down the hall searching for the missing triplet and found Kael in the office. He was lost in the glow of the computer screen displaying security footage. He seemed half-there, mindlessly scrolling through the videos."So, we're back to not sleeping much again, I see," I remarked, leaning against the doorframe.Kael's attention snapped back to the present as he rubbe
Last Updated : 2024-03-11Midnight On The Bayou 90
As Kael's body continued to convulse, the sound of approaching footsteps became the most comforting noise in the world. "It's okay, it's okay," I kept whispering to Kael, trying to soothe both of us with the repetition.The door burst open, and Ky, Knox, Cassy, Missy, Ezra, and several healers flooded the room. Missy immediately took charge, her presence a beacon of calm in the chaos. "Oh my, Sky, come here," she said, gently pulling me away from Kael as he continued to seize.Ky and Knox wasted no time moving Kael to the floor, allowing him to continue seizing safely. One of the healers held out a vial. "You have to make him drink this," they insisted."Why can't you just inject it?" Knox questioned, looking for a quicker solution."Well... Naomi was the only one really trained to do that," the healer admitted.Ky let out a frustrated sigh. "Get the shot, and I'll do it. I watched her do it many times," he said, determination clear in his resolve.The healers quickly brought the nece
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Midnight On The Bayou 189. (KNOX POV)
(KNOX POV)Teddy called later that day. I could hear the hesitation in his voice, which was rare for him. "Knox, I just heard Essie's been seen near the old rogue housing units by the beach. They said she is staying in the stray house near the edge," he told me. He didn't have to say more. I knew exactly where he meant.It was the same place I had taken her before when things were spiraling out of control.I didn't want to bring anyone with me, especially not Sky. The memories of how deep I had fallen, how Burk and Fletcher manipulated me into that dark pit of sex addiction, were too raw. She didn't need to see that side of me. No one did. This was something I had to face alone.The truck's engine roared to life, the same one I'd driven that night years ago. I prayed she'd recognize the truck, which would trigger something in her or at least make her talk to me about that night.As I pulled up to the house, my heart pounded against my ribs. The place looked as rundown as ever. I sa
Midnight On The Bayou 188. (KNOX POV)
(KNOX POV)Sitting at the kitchen table, my phone buzzed with a notification. It was a message from the pediatrician's office about Oxxy's upcoming surgery. They asked about insurance information and the final payment arrangements. I didn't hesitate to respond that I'd pay cash. Money wasn't an issue when it came to Oxxy's well-being.The reply came almost immediately, but it wasn't what I expected. They mentioned needing some papers signed and, since I wasn't the custodial parent, they would need his mom's signature to proceed.My heart sank. I stared at the message, trying not to panic. The thought of needing Essie's involvement made my stomach twist. She had been out of the picture after running away from the rehab, and now they were saying we needed her? It felt like a slap in the face.Sky entered the room and noticed the strain in my posture. "What's wrong?" I didn't say anything, just handed her the phone. After reading the message, she sighed and ran her fingers through my
Midnight On The Bayou 187. (KNOX POV)
(KNOX POV)"We found him."The delta's voice crackled over the radio, and everything around me seemed to freeze. Still, I couldn't fully relax. I needed to see him with my own eyes. Needed to know he was safe."Where?" I shouted into the radio, desperation pushing my voice louder than intended."By the pond," came the reply. "He's just sitting there, Knox. You need to get down here."I didn't wait for more information. I shifted and sprinted through the woods, driven by the overwhelming need to reach him. My heart raced, thoughts spiraling through every possible scenario. The idea of him being out there all alone and the what-could-have-happened scenarios if we hadn't found him made me sick to my stomach.Seeing him nearly brought me to my knees as I reached the pond. He was perched on a large rock, his little legs swinging back and forth like he hadn't just scared us all half to death. Relief hit me so hard that I almost stumbled, but I kept moving."Oxxy!" I called out, rushing tow
Midnight On The Bayou 186. (KNOX POV)
(KNOX POV)As soon as I returned to the house, the pressure hit me like a physical force. Something was wrong. Really wrong. The packhouse was eerily quiet. I barely had time to process the change from dead still to chaos before Ky rushed up to me, panic radiating off him."Knox, we lost Oxxy."That knocked the wind out of me. My heart started pounding so hard it felt like it might burst. "What do you mean you lost him? How could you let him out of your sight?" The panic in my voice was undeniable, but I couldn't help it. The fear was already taking over, squeezing at my chest like a vise.Ky's eyes were wide with fear. "I'm sorry, I just... I turned around for a second, and he was gone. I thought he was just running back to the house, but he's nowhere Knox. We can't find him. Where the hell could he have gone? It was less than a minute."The blood drained from my face as the reality of what he was saying hit me. Oxxy was missing. I immediately jumped to the worst possible scenari
Midnight On The Bayou 185. (KY POV)
( KY POV )I watched Cassy practically force Teddy into his truck after she tossed Phin in the back seat. I stepped toward her, hoping to say something that might calm her down. Before I could say anything, she spun around. "Before you lecture me, you need to go talk to your two lookalikes inside before I kill them!" she yelled.She quickly caught herself and apologized. "I'm sorry for yelling at you, Ky. It's just... They need to get their shit together. This isn't the time to act like kids."I sighed, taking a few deep breaths before heading inside. If I was being honest, I was tired of it too. We had three kids now, and this constant chaos couldn't keep happening. We had to figure out how to handle this before it tore us apart. Or they had to grow up in the kinds of messes we did. As I made my way to the packhouse, my thoughts drifted back to Naomi. I had been in love with her for nearly a decade. We were marked and bonded, and I was ready to spend my life with her. But then she
Midnight On The Bayou 184. (SKY POV)
SKY POVI was doing everything I could to help Knox handle Oxxy, but it felt like trying to put a band-aid on a gaping wound. Knox was beyond frustrated with himself for allowing Oxxy to see the fight and hear everything accidentally. After sending Oxxy to his room to gather his cars so they could play together on the porch, he paced the room."I can't believe I let him see that, Sky," Knox muttered. "He's just a kid. He shouldn't have to deal with this damn mess."I watched as he tried to pull himself together, knowing how much this was tearing him apart. I reached out, taking his hand. "We'll make it right, Knox. We'll make sure Oxxy knows he's safe with us. He seemed okay?"Before he could respond, the door opened, and Kael stormed in. "What the hell happened?"Knox didn't hesitate. "Phin said his Dad used black magic to block finding out who Oxxy's father is. We got into it. Cassy left to drive Phin and Teddy back to the Bayou land.""She drove them back? Alone? As volatile as the
Midnight On The Bayou 183. (KNOX POV)
(KNOX POV)We returned from the run, but what we needed to do was still heavy on my mind. As we approached the packhouse, I braced myself for the conversation with Cassy. I knew she wouldn't want to hear anything about Teddy's past, especially when it involved someone else, but we couldn't avoid it any longer.When we walked into the living room, Cassy was already on edge. I could see how she held herself, tense and ready for a fight. "Cassy, we need to talk," I started, trying to ease into it.She didn't give me an inch. "About what?" she asked, her arms crossed defensively."It's about Oxxy… and Teddy, and everything that happened," I said, knowing this wouldn't go well no matter how I worded it."I don't want to talk about Teddy being with someone else, Knox. I can't.""I get it, Cass," I stated. "But we need to figure this out for Oxxy's sake. Wouldn't you want to know if he was the... Wouldn't you care?"She stared at me, anger flashing in her eyes as she started to pace. "You th
Midnight On The Bayou 182. (KNOX POV)
KNOX POVSky found me asleep on the floor in Oxxy's room, curled up beside his bed like a helpless puppy guarding his toy. I had one arm draped over his small body, trying to offer comfort. Probably more for me than him. He was content, totally unaware of my messy thoughts. I hoped it would always remain that way. He'd been through enough already to have to also handle adults with big emotions.Oxxy was snuggled up in his bed, his tiny malnourished body barely taking up any space, his breathing even and calm. I didn't know how long I'd been there, but it must've been a while because the hard floor beneath me was making my back scream."Knox," Sky whispered as she knelt beside me. "Do you want to go for a run? I think it will do you some good."I blinked awake, my eyes heavy with exhaustion. I knew she was right. I needed to clear my head. "Yeah," I muttered, rubbing my eyes. "Let's go. But don't wake the other two." The last thing I wanted was for Kael and Ky to join us. I needed to
Midnight On The Bayou 181. (KNOX POV)
(KNOX POV)Cassy sat across from me, twisting around a loose thread on the couch. "Teddy's convinced Oxxy isn't yours," she finally said. "He thinks Oxxy's actually Ferdinand's."I stared at her, struggling to process what she was saying. "What? That's impossible.""They found out after that Ferdinand was also sleeping with her," she continued, not looking at me."Who's 'they'?" I asked."Essie and Phin were involved. Pretty intensely, from what I've gathered. And I'm pretty sure Teddy was in on it too, even though he won't admit it outright."I felt like the ground had been ripped out from under me."There's no way Oxxy isn't mine, Cassy."Cassy sighed, finally looking at me. "Knox, they were all pretty close. Maybe too close. I don't think they were trying to hide it. Teddy told me that Essie and Ferdinand were... well, let's just say they weren't just friends."I shook my head, refusing to accept what she was saying. "Oxxy looks like me. If he were Ferdinand's, he wouldn't have bl
